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Top Read Science Fiction Stories since Deep Dive 7

Top 0 Most Read Science Fiction - AI Consciousness

Explores sentient AI and post-human ethics, often questioning identity, consciousness, and morality.

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Top 10 Most Read Science Fiction - Apocalyptic and Post-apocalyptic

concerned with the end of civilization, either through nuclear war, plague, or some other general disaster. Post-apocalyptic fiction is set in a world or civilization after such a disaster. Example: 2012, The Day After Tomorrow, I am Legend

  1. Z is For Zombie by Geron Kees Complete
  2. The Falcon Banner by Topher Lydon Complete
  3. Sigil of the Wolf by Topher Lydon Complete
  4. Hidden Sunlight by Stellar Complete
  5. The Last Boys in Clinton by Lee Wilson Complete
  6. Shelter by Comicality Author Passed Away
  7. Dawn of Tears by dkstories Complete
  8. The Mantis Variant - Book One by Adam Andrews Johnson Complete
  9. Beyond Imagination by W_L Abandoned
  10. The Mantis Corruption - Book Three by Adam Andrews Johnson Complete

Top 0 Most Read Science Fiction - Biopunk

A subgenre of sci-fi focused on genetic engineering, body modification, and biotech gone awry.

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Top 6 Most Read Science Fiction - Cyberpunk/Tech Noir

is a subgenre of science fiction in a dystopian futuristic setting that tends to focus on a combination of lowlife and high tech. Ex Cyperpunk 2077, Bladerunner, A.I. Robocop (original)

  1. Chase the Morning by Thorn Wilde Long-Term Hold
  2. Neon by William King Temporary Hold
  3. Metanoia by Thorn Wilde Long-Term Hold
  4. Threads by Thorn Wilde Complete
  5. When the Party's Over by Thorn Wilde Complete
  6. This Machine Kills the Machine by Thorn Wilde Complete

Top 10 Most Read Science Fiction - Dystopian

Stories set in a police state or dictatorship. Example: 1984, Clockwork Orange,  Australia in 2021, Bladerunner

  1. The Mantis Variant - Book One by Adam Andrews Johnson Complete
  2. The Mantis Continuum - Book Four by Adam Andrews Johnson Complete
  3. Beyond Imagination by W_L Abandoned
  4. The Three Musketeers by RedMoon Complete
  5. The Mantis Corruption - Book Three by Adam Andrews Johnson Complete
  6. Sigma Squad: The Railroad by RedMoon Complete
  7. Master Dog by Mikiesboy Complete
  8. Curing Humanity by Wayne Gray Complete
  9. The Librarian and the Assassin, a Sapphic Romance at the End of the World by Adam Andrews Johnson Complete
  10. Corporate Galactic by astone2292 Complete

Top 10 Most Read Science Fiction - Hard Science Fiction

"Hard Science" Fiction. Stories whose scientific elements are reasonably detailed, well-researched and considered to be relatively plausible given current knowledge and technology.  This genre has a very, very strong aversion to anything fantasy or anything that can't be explained directly with ties to known science.  Example: Jurassic Park, The Martian

  1. Fates Mates & Pirates by P. E. Knapp Temporary Hold
  2. Hidden Sunlight by Stellar Complete
  3. Love on the Rocks by P. E. Knapp Complete
  4. It All Started With A Shuttle Flight by P. E. Knapp Complete
  5. Two for One by P. E. Knapp Complete
  6. Veil of Shadow by Stellar Complete
  7. Beyond Imagination by W_L Abandoned
  8. Lucid Truth by Stellar Long-Term Hold
  9. Dreams of Humanity by dkstories Complete
  10. Our Hopes for Tomorrow Began Yesterday by JamesSavik Long-Term Hold

Top 10 Most Read Science Fiction - Libertarian Sci-Fi

is a subgenre of science fiction that focuses individualism and private ownership of the means of production. Ex:  Atlas Shrugs, The Moon is a Harsh Mistress

  1. Of Pride and Power by W_L Complete
  2. The Three Musketeers by RedMoon Complete
  3. Sigma Squad: The Railroad by RedMoon Complete
  4. A Bad Day to be WET by Myr Complete
  5. A Bad Way to Wake Up WET Part 2 by Myr Complete
  6. Psionic Corp – No Return by Myr Complete
  7. Just a Milk Run by Myr Complete
  8. The Truth is Out There by Myr Complete
  9. Sci-Fi Flash Collection by Myr Long-Term Hold
  10. A Bad Way to Wake Up WET Part 1 by Myr Complete

Top 10 Most Read Science Fiction - Military Sci-Fi

in essence, the addition of science fiction elements into a military fiction story. These stories are told from the point of view of the military, or a main character who is a soldier in the military. It usually includes technology far superior to that of current day, but not necessarily implausible. (Note that some military science fiction stories fit at least somewhat into the "hard science fiction" subgenre as well.) ex - Battlestar Galactica

  1. Fates Mates & Pirates by P. E. Knapp Temporary Hold
  2. Love on the Rocks by P. E. Knapp Complete
  3. It All Started With A Shuttle Flight by P. E. Knapp Complete
  4. Two for One by P. E. Knapp Complete
  5. The Merge: Through a System of Control by astroguy In Process
  6. Reverent: Six by Tony S. Complete
  7. A Bad Day to be WET by Myr Complete
  8. Journey To Proxima Centauri b by Lee Wilson Complete
  9. Terran Confederation - Jeremiah by Myr Complete
  10. A Bad Way to Wake Up WET Part 2 by Myr Complete

Top 0 Most Read Science Fiction - Post Cyberpunk

Futuristic settings with advanced tech but less nihilism than traditional cyberpunk, often with social commentary.

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Top 10 Most Read Science Fiction - Science Fantasy

is a mixed genre within speculative fiction that simultaneously draws upon or combines tropes and elements from both science fiction and fantasy. Ex: 2012, The Day After Tomorrow, Star Trek, Star Wars

  1. Crave by LitLover Complete
  2. Peter the Meteor(ologist) by Lee Wilson Complete
  3. Who Was That Boogeyman I Saw You With Last Night, Charlie Boone? by Geron Kees Complete
  4. Twinks in Space: Fantastic Voyage - Part Two by Adam Andrews Johnson Long-Term Hold
  5. Caesura by Aditus Complete
  6. Kabal by Aditus Complete
  7. The Watchers by Topher Lydon Complete
  8. Goon by dkstories Complete
  9. The Holly and the Ivy by Aditus Complete
  10. Canaan Club by Westley D. Long-Term Hold

Top 0 Most Read Science Fiction - Silkpunk

Asian-inspired science fantasy blending mythology, biological technology, and historical aesthetics.

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Top 10 Most Read Science Fiction - Soft Sci-Fi

stories in which the science involved is not detailed, typically dealing more with cultural, social, and political interactions often set in near future.

  1. The Case of the Short, Short Prince by Geron Kees Complete
  2. Denied by Cia Complete
  3. Cosmic Inception by Cia Complete
  4. Ancalagon by Cia Complete
  5. The Brilliant Boy Billionaire by Altimexis Complete
  6. No Flash by Cia Complete
  7. The Brotherhood: Awakening Book II by The Writer X In Process
  8. Z is For Zombie by Geron Kees Complete
  9. Journey Beyond the Sea by Geron Kees Complete
  10. The Strange Life of Jonas Marks by comicfan Complete

Top 0 Most Read Science Fiction - Solarpunk

Utopian or hopeful science fiction with ecological sustainability, community, and harmony with nature.

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Top 10 Most Read Science Fiction - Space Opera

Space opera emphasizes science fictional space warfare often with risk-taking space adventures and chivalric romance. Set mainly in outer space, it features technological  faster-than-light travel, weapons, and sophisticated technology, on a backdrop of galactic empires and interstellar wars with aliens, sometimes even Far, Far Away. Ex: Star Wars, Star Trek, Battlestar Galactaca, Babylon 5.

  1. Fates Mates & Pirates by P. E. Knapp Temporary Hold
  2. Storm Wolf: Tranquil waters by RedMoon Complete
  3. The Falcon Banner by Topher Lydon Complete
  4. Sigil of the Wolf by Topher Lydon Complete
  5. Hidden Sunlight by Stellar Complete
  6. Love on the Rocks by P. E. Knapp Complete
  7. It All Started With A Shuttle Flight by P. E. Knapp Complete
  8. Twinks in Space: Fantastic Voyage - Part Two by Adam Andrews Johnson Long-Term Hold
  9. Two for One by P. E. Knapp Complete
  10. Veil of Shadow by Stellar Complete

Top 2 Most Read Science Fiction - Space Western

Sci-fi story with western elements Example: Firefly

  1. Terran Confederation - Jeremiah by Myr Complete
  2. Mercy by SteveTrevor Long-Term Hold

Top 2 Most Read Science Fiction - Steampunk

Sci-Fi Historical usually set in Victorian age or 19th century American West and based around steam technology.  Ex: Wild Wild West, Timekeepers

  1. Fortitude by Cia Complete
  2. Run Out of Steam by Brayon Complete

Top 0 Most Read Science Fiction - Utopian

the Idealized "perfect" human society.  Example: Star Trek, 3001: The Final Odyssey

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lawfulneutralmage

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Working on it...

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chris191070

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Awesome deep dive, featuring some amazing stories.

Thanks @Myr

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drsawzall

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As a huge fan of sc-fi I love this list!! 

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centexhairysub

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Some truly first-rate writers and stories in these lists; one of my favorite genres.  

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Topher Lydon

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:: bows ::

As ever, thank you for reading. All of you, it is amazing to me how consistent The Falcon Banner has been over the years. Easily my most popular work, because of you, the readers. :)

 

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BendtedWreath

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What is the difference between Science Fiction, Science Fantasy, and Supernatural when it comes to Vampires?

Or is it due to what you feel is the "predominant" element? For example... if the story world is dystopian and time travel is involved, it leans more into Sci-Fi despite vampires being involved?

Or in the case of Science Fantasy, the world is fantasy in nature, but the story focuses on an alchemist trying to create advance weaponry??

Last question: Does a Utopian themed story require humans? 

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Topher Lydon

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6 minutes ago, BendtedWreath said:

What is the difference between Science Fiction, Science Fantasy, and Supernatural when it comes to Vampires?

Or is it due to what you feel is the "predominant" element? For example... if the story world is dystopian and time travel is involved, it leans more into Sci-Fi despite vampires being involved?

Or in the case of Science Fantasy, the world is fantasy in nature, but the story focuses on an alchemist trying to create advance weaponry??

Last question: Does a Utopian themed story require humans? 

I have a science fantasy I am halfway through writing, where the magic is controlled by hyper advanced AI manipulating things on the quantum level... so I think, in my opinion science that is so advanced it is percieved as magic fits that category

And no, Utopia does not have to contain humans, take the CLASSIC Hyperion books as a good example of it.

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BendtedWreath

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41 minutes ago, Topher Lydon said:

I think, in my opinion science that is so advanced it is perceived as magic fits that category

I never thought of it that way! Thanks for sharing. 

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BendtedWreath

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43 minutes ago, Topher Lydon said:

I have a science fantasy I am halfway through writing, where the magic is controlled by hyper advanced AI manipulating things on the quantum level...

Also, I just saw the "AI Consciousness" category, which might be new and fits what you're working on. 

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Myr

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Some information from Copilot AI:

Science Fantasy vs. Science Fiction vs. Fantasy

Aspect Science Fantasy Science Fiction Fantasy
Core Elements Mix of advanced tech and magic Based on scientific principles and technology Magic, mythical creatures, supernatural forces
World-Building Combines futuristic settings with mystical lore Futuristic, space-based, or tech-driven worlds Medieval or mythical worlds
Logic Science and magic coexist, sometimes explained pseudo-scientifically Strict adherence to scientific plausibility (or at least speculative science) No need for scientific explanation
Themes Balance of wonder and reason; destiny meets technology Exploration, progress, ethics of science Heroism, good vs. evil, fate
Examples Star Wars, Dune, Shadowrun The Martian, Foundation, Neuromancer

The Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter, Wheel of Time

Generally speaking, 'predominant' is the way to go.  It's best to avoid too many 'tangential' genres, as it dilutes too much.  Also, something to keep in mind, many of the sub-genres are genres that rely very highly on tropes.  I mean, you shouldn't slap "cozy mystery" onto any sort of Horror story, for example.

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BendtedWreath

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55 minutes ago, Myr said:

It's best to avoid too many 'tangential' genres, as it dilutes too much.  Also, something to keep in mind, many of the sub-genres are genres that rely very highly on tropes.  I mean, you shouldn't slap "cozy mystery" onto any sort of Horror story, for example.

Thanks so much! 

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Topher Lydon

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ooo Cozy Mystery.... challenge ACCEPTED!

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W_L

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Neat, I didn't know I reached the #1 on Libertarian Sci-Fi, guess the idea of changing the structure of Medieval English society with advanced tech and creating an individual-based society focused on quality output rather than industrial quantity got readers.

Thanks guys for reading!

Also, glad that beyond me and @Myr, @RedMoon has wrote in the genre. 

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